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Configure, order and deliver without leaving your home or office
By Erin Kemal Over the last few weeks, there has been an abundance of uncertainty and people all over the country are resorting to working from home. Here at igus® life is no different. Wherever possible,...
Top 10 Strain Relief Mistakes Wreaking Havoc on Your Crane Cables
By Dave Kortkamp If there’s one thing I enjoy most about my job, it’s going on-site to visit our customers and get hands-on with their energy chain or drag chain systems. Quite often while making...
Why Do We Offer So Many Online Tools? I Learned from Experience
By Matt Mowry Many customers ask, “Why do you guys offer so many online tools? Should we be using them more often?” My immediate response is always “absolutely”. And, I can confidently vouch for this...
What is single pair ethernet and is it here to stay?
About 4 years ago, companies were writing “Industry 4.0” on pretty much everything—every magazine, every website and every advertising email. It spurred a massive trend that still continues to this day. However, it now...
Need Cables for Machinery in a Cold Environment? Here’s What You Should Consider First
By Marco Thull Cables have to withstand a variety of external conditions today, including harsh weather conditions. Therefore, it’s important to know what factors to consider when selecting cables for cold applications. Read on to...
What is a cable gland?
By Beke Nieszytka Cable glands made of polyamide and nickel-plated brass A cable gland, also known as a compression fitting or cable entry, leads the cable into the housing in a sealed and strain-relieved manner. Plugs, terminal...
Why is cable shielding necessary?
By Jan Arnoldy In this blog post, you’ll discover why a cable needs a shield and what appropriate shielding looks like for cables in linear and torsional applications. Why does a cable need a...
Cable vs. wire: What’s the difference?
By Jared Worth In the realm of electrical connectivity, the terms “cable” and “wire” are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion. However, these two components serve distinct purposes in various applications. This blog will...